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X974 FBO

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,003 mi
Last recorded133,003 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX974 FBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 133,003 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 130,758 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 128,651 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 124,643 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 124,600 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside wing mirror insecure

Pass 2 Jun 2010 118,681 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 112,878 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 103,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 96,420 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 90,120 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 90,120 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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X974 FBO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X974 FBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X974 FBO registered?

X974 FBO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 October 2000.

Is X974 FBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X974 FBO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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